King James Version
Proverbs 31:27 in the King James Version says “She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.” — study this verse from Proverbs chapter 31 with commentary, cross-references, and original Hebrew word analysis.
“She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.”
Proverbs 31:27 · KJV
Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.
She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.
She looketh well to the ways of her household, and eateth not the bread of idleness.
Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.
Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all. have: or, have gotten riches
KJV Study — Public Domain
“She looketh well”
H6822properly, to lean forward, i.e., to peer into the distance; by implication, to observe, await
“of her household”
H1004a house (in the greatest variation of applications, especially family, etc.)
“not the bread”
H3899food (for man or beast), especially bread, or grain (for making it)
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
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